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A day in the life: a nursing school day

The Frugal Girl

7:00 I got up, threw some clothes on, did a bare minimum hair/makeup thing, and ate a bowl of shredded wheat. My days have changed a LOT since then, so here’s a peek at a day in nursing school. 6:30 I woke up, laid motionless in bed in the dark for a while, then checked my phone (I know, I know… the routine of champions.)

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Natural Home Cleaning From Products Found In Your Home

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I wanted to be able to kill that bad bacteria but had my gloves and “cleaning clothes” on so running to the store would have been a big chore. I found some great, green, natural alternatives to cleaning chemicals that you may have in your cupboard already. I think we all know this inherently.

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Spring Cleaning Tasks to Get a Head Start On

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you plan to re-organize your closet and drawers, take the opportunity to go through your clothing and sort it into “keep”, “discard” and “donate” piles. Spring is a wonderful time of year, but with spring comes spring cleaning. I actually enjoy the thought of spring cleaning. Wipe Down the Walls.

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The Prairie Eco-Thrifter Giveaway Extravaganza: 2nd Anniversary with an iPad 3 and over $200 Cash To Be Won Plus a Bonus Prize

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

My philosophy is to be balanced and that is why I not only focus on personal finance on this site but also discuss the other fundamentals of our existence: being healthy, living green, working hard, and giving back. The site has grown and changed so much and I owe it all to you, my readers. This site, like life, has taken me on a journey.

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl? I started reading The Frugal Girl about two years before I escaped from the workforce, which was almost eight years ago. Although my parents never specifically taught me about finances, they lived a frugal life by necessity. Tell us a little about yourself Hello, everyone!

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60+ Frugal Tips To Help You Save Money!

Saving Everyday

Frugal Tip | Cook Big & Save Time, Groceries, & Energy. Energy Saving Tips for Summer by The Frugal Mom. 15 Ways to Save Money Every Day by Frugal Living Mom. Frugal Tip | Compare Prices On Large Purchases. Frugal Tip | Compare Prices On Large Purchases. How to Save on Clothes by It’s A Fabulous Life.

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Meet a Reader | Lina from Germany

The Frugal Girl

After many years with only odd jobs or jobs without many prospects, I have finally had the chance to build a career in my new home country, working in life science. How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl? I found the blog looking for frugal recipes. Meet a Reader is back! Here’s Lina: 1. Since April 2022.